Michael Thomas a no-show at start of New Orleans Saints training camp
Thursday 25 July 2019 17:54, UK
Wide receiver Michael Thomas did not report to training camp with the New Orleans Saints on Thursday morning, as he seeks a long-term deal worth at least $20m per season.
Thomas, 26, is set to become a free agent after the 2019 season if the two sides can't strike a deal.
The Saints have offered an extension that averages $18m to $19m annually, per multiple reports.
The two-time Pro Bowl selection led the NFL with a franchise-record 125 receptions for 1,405 yards and nine touchdowns last season.
Thomas has 321 catches for 3,787 yards and 23 scores in 47 games since the Saints made him a second-round pick in 2016.
His four-year deal signed as a rookie out of Ohio State calls for him to be paid $1.15m in salary in 2019.
